About The Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra global reach.
Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.
About The Role
As a Legal Support Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting our Insurance Law & Litigation Group - one of Australia's leading insurance law practices. This opportunity has arisen due to an internal promotion, reflecting the strong development pathways within the team.
In this role, you will provide high-quality administrative and legal support, including drafting and proofreading correspondence and documents, coordinating medical appointments, managing critical dates and deadlines, processing disbursement invoices, and ensuring timely payments, alongside a range of general administrative tasks.
The Group advises clients across a broad range of complex matters, including class actions, business interruption and property damage claims, construction litigation, directors\' and officers\' liability, financial services misconduct, public liability and personal injury claims, cyber security breaches, medical negligence, disciplinary proceedings, and regulatory investigations.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and format legal documents and correspondence
* Proofread and edit documents for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to legal standards
* Liaise with medical practitioners to request and obtain relevant clinical records for litigation cases
* Prepare and send digital requests for medical records, adhering to legal and privacy requirements, as well as maintaining organised records of requested and received medical documents
* Review and diarise court orders and legal documents to identify important dates
* Assist in the preparation of invoices and handle invoicing processes using the firm\'s designated software and processes
* Provide general administrative support, assist with legal matters, and file organisation, document retrieval and accurate data entry
* Maintain accurate records of settlement, settlement terms and critical dates. Ensuring timely payment of settlement funds and adhering to trust accounting protocols
* Support lawyers and senior legal staff with ad hoc tasks as needed
About You
* Successful applicants will bring administrative support experience
* Demonstrate exceptional working knowledge of MS Office suite of products and Adobe and a knowledge of document management systems
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, spelling and grammar
* Proven decision making and problem-solving ability
* Demonstrated time management and organisational skills
* An ability to influence and manage conflict with a diplomatic and consultative approach
* Demonstrate the ability to build strong working relationships
* Strong team collaboration skills with an ability to lead by example
* A passion for providing a high level of customer service
* Strong attention to detail
* The ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion
* A desire to learn and develop new skills
* A flexible, friendly and approachable manner
* An enthusiastic and optimistic demeanour
Culture
People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:
* Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
* Additional leave: take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day
* Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: receive an annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expense
* Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How To Apply
Click APPLY and visit www.landers.com.au for more information.
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment
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